I lived in Europe for a year and half in college. If you are looking to spend minimal cash and party a lot, by all means, go to Prague. If you want a great beach spot I recommend Lagos, Portugal- also extremely cheap and always sunny and gorgeous. Also GREAT cliffs for cliff jumping. For fairytale-land beauty, check out Sintra, Portugal or Ronda, Spain. Those are the two cheapest, most unbelievably beautiful spots in Europe that I've found. I truly could not even believe they were real. Spain and Portugal are my favorites for relaxation and escape. The best places to go also largely depend on the time of year you go. Spring is the best time of year to see anywhere in Austria- breathtaking.

Moscow is one of the nicest places in Europe. I think a lot of people are afraid to come here because of Moscow's reputation as one of the most expensive cities in the world, but very good deals and bargains can be had if you plan your trip out before hand. I know a lot of college kids from the US and Britain pass through Moscow every summer hiking through Europe. I am an American who has been living and working here for the last three years, and it always amazes me at how much there is too see and do here at next to nothing as far as costs go. If you come to Moscow, you'll never regret it. JD